Follow these easy steps to create your Banana and Graham Cracker Icebox Cake:

1. Prepare the Cream: In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to whip until stiff peaks form.

2. Layer One: On a serving platter, create a single layer of graham crackers, covering the bottom completely.

3. Spread Cream: Spread half of the whipped cream mixture over the graham crackers, ensuring even coverage.

4. Add Bananas: Evenly distribute half of the sliced bananas over the whipped cream layer.

5. Repeat Layers: Place another layer of graham crackers over the bananas. Repeat the process by adding the remaining whipped cream mixture and another layer of bananas.

6. Final Crackers: Top with a final layer of graham crackers to complete the assembly.

7. Chill: Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4–6 hours or overnight. This waiting period is essential for the flavors to meld and the crackers to soften.

8. Serve: Once chilled, slice the cake and drizzle with chocolate syrup if desired. Dust with cinnamon for added flavor.